LatinX Creative Society hosts taco extravaganza

As a part of The Block Festival, Utah State University’s Latinx Creative Society co-sponsored Logan’s first ever Taco Extravaganza. Those in attendance were able to enjoy the films and music of the block festival while also trying a variety of tacos and other Latin treats.

At last year’s Block Festival, there was only one taco vendor. Crescencio Lopez, Latinx club leader and USU Spanish profesor, decided to create something bigger this year.

“When I was asked to come up with an idea, I came up with Taco Extravaganza. I invited some vendors and they all accepted. As I started putting this up on Facebook, a lot of people began sharing it. I had a feeling a lot of people were going to come,” Lopez said.

Lopez donned a “Luchador” cape and mask while greeting those who came to enjoy the extravaganza. There were three different taco vendors at the event. Each with their own flavor and style of taco. The money made at this years extravaganza will be put towards expanding next year’s event. Lopez said some participants even asked him if this could be a monthly event.

“Taco Extravaganza has brought in the flavor of tacos. We know almost everyone loves tacos, not just Latinos. I think that it why it is a hit. I have a feeling everyone is going to be talking about this event,” Lopez said.

With it being in conjunction with the block festival, many different kinds of people were able to join in on the Taco Extravaganza. Telare Terrill, Logan community member, came out for the Block Festival, but then stayed to try some tacos.

“I didn’t know this was the first Taco Extravaganza ever. We would like to see this again in the future. I love tacos they are my favorite and these were pretty good. We are definitely going to get some more while we are here,” Terrill said.

The vendors offered tacos, raspados, fresas con crema, elotes and much more. The variety and prices kept people coming back for more.

Hannah Anhder, a secondary education major, said, “I love taco trucks. They are cheap and so good. I’m thinking I am going to eat at least two to four tacos tonight.”

Some participants came out just specifically for a night of tacos. Pre-business major Kason Frigetto and his friends came to have a night full fun and authentic tacos.

“It’s about time somewhere had a taco extravaganza. I think when you get a lot of people together to appreciate tacos, you can make friends pretty easily here,” Frigetto said.

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